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Container Specifications

Standard dry container dimensions for FCL planning. Always confirm equipment availability with your carrier.

Type Internal L × W × H Door W × H Capacity (m³) Max payload Notes
20' GP 5.90 m × 2.35 m × 2.39 m 2.34 m × 2.28 m 33.2 28,200 kg Standard dry container for general cargo.
40' GP 12.03 m × 2.35 m × 2.39 m 2.34 m × 2.28 m 67.7 26,500 kg Most common box for FCL ocean freight.
40' HC 12.03 m × 2.35 m × 2.69 m 2.34 m × 2.58 m 76.3 26,300 kg High cube — extra height for bulky/light cargo.
45' HC 13.55 m × 2.35 m × 2.69 m 2.34 m × 2.58 m 86.0 27,700 kg Extended length high cube; check carrier availability.

Dimensions are typical industry references; actual equipment may vary by line and region.